Dolphins QB Tua Tagovailoa Had Words After Tyreek Hill's Unfortunate Injury

After the game, Tagovailoa spoke to reporters about the Dolphins’ first win of the season and addressed Hill’s injury.

“My thoughts are out to the guys that got hurt tonight. My thoughts and prayers are also with Reek. But it’s a great feeling that we feel tonight … when you win, that’s in a way one of the best deodorants for what you could be going through. So, I’d say we’re enjoying it right now but we just gotta find a way to continue to stack those wins in the win column and continue to keep that going throughout the season” (h/t AP’s Alanis Thames)

Tagovailoa led a composed performance against the Jets. He threw for 177 yards and two touchdowns, without tossing an interception — his first game this season free of a turnover, after recording four interceptions over his first three games, including two in the season opener.

With Hill sidelined, Miami will turn to backup receiver Malik Washington, who has stepped in when needed this season. Though his numbers are a huge step below Hill’s 21 catches for 265 yards, Washington has chipped in with eight catches for 47 yards and a touchdown so far and will see more time on the field. The Dolphins will also lean more heavily on Jaylen Waddle (17 catches, 185 yards, 2 touchdowns) and Darren Waller, who made his debut Monday and is still shaking off rust.

Miami faces the Carolina Panthers next — a team struggling this year — and must adjust quickly to life without their WR1. Tagovailoa’s ability to distribute effectively and protect the ball will be more vital than ever as the offense adapts.